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2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD

Transfer Case

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Transfer Case
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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

Transmission Jack

All vehicles 

  1. Using a transmission jack, install the transfer case and the transfer case-to-transmission bolts. Use the General Equipment: Transmission Jack

    Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

    GFD205366Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Install the transmission mount and the transmission mount bolts.

    Torque: 76 lb.ft (103 Nm)

    GFD205309Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Install the transmission support crossmember. Refer to: Transmission Support Crossmember .
  4. Connect the vent hose from the transfer case.
    GFD205308Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles equipped with manual shift transfer case 

  5. Connect the manual shift indicator harness connector and pushpin.
    GFD205279Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Install the manual shift lever cable bracket nuts and connect the manual shift lever cable.

    Torque: 21 lb.ft (28 Nm)

    GFD205307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles equipped with electronic shift on the fly transfer case 

  7. Connect the shift motor electrical connector and attach the harness retainer clips and pushpin to the transfer case.
    GFD205306Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles equipped with a U-joint flange 

  8. Connect the driveshaft.

    • Align the index marks and connect driveshaft and U-joint flange.

    • Install the new U-joint straps and new U-joint strap bolts.

      Torque: 46 lb.ft (63 Nm)

    GFD205367Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Vehicles equipped with a slip yoke 

  9. Install the rear driveshaft. Refer to: Rear Driveshaft .

    All vehicles 

  10. Install the front driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .
  11. If the transfer case was disassembled, fill the transfer case. Refer to: Transfer Case Draining and Filling .
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.